ICD-10 Code H35.8 – Other specified retinal disorders (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H35.8 – Other specified retinal disorders
What it is
H35.8 is used for retinal disorders that are specified in the record but do not fit a more exact retinal diagnosis. It is a catch-all code within the retina category when documentation is clear but more specific coding is unavailable.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include retinal abnormalities identified on eye examination, imaging, or specialist assessment, but the exact disorder should be stated in the chart.
When to use this code
Use H35.8 when the provider documents a retinal disorder that is not described by another ICD-10-CM code in the retinal disease section. It is appropriate when the note names a specific retinal condition but does not provide enough detail for a more exact code. Check documentation if the diagnosis is vague or incomplete.
Do not use for
Do not use H35.8 for retinal conditions with a more specific code, or when the record only says “retinal disorder” without further detail. Unspecified or unrelated eye disorders should be coded elsewhere.
Coding tip
Code the most specific retinal diagnosis documented, and use H35.8 only when no better retinal code applies.